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Arequipa Walking Tour and Santa Catalina Monastery: Exploring Colonial History and Culture of Peru
Arequipa
During this guided journey, participants will gain insights into the city’s historical origins, cultural heritage, mythological tales, and unique trivia. Explorers will unveil the city’s significant role from the colonial era to the present day, establishing it as a premier tourist attraction in Peru.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Monasterio de Santa Catalina - Colonial convent of the 16th century built in volcanic stone with impressive colonial architecture and art, it looks like a small citadel, it is the most visited attraction in the city by tourists.
- Mundo Alpaca Arequipa - This place is an ecotourism center where you can appreciate the Alpacas in a beautiful natural environment and learn about the selection of fiber, dyeing and techniques to make textiles.
- San Lazaro - This neighborhood that is located in the center of the city a few blocks from the main square of Arequipa shows us a totally different street design from the rest of the historic center which is considered the first Spanish settlement in the city.
- Historic Centre of Arequipa - In the last part of the tour we will visit one of the oldest mansions in the city that maintains its beautiful architecture, we will also go to the Plaza de Armas, considered one of the most beautiful in South America, historically the most important point for different events and also where the city was founded, which also has an impressive Cathedral, finally to a viewpoint to appreciate it from a panoramic view.
What's Included
- Entrance to the Santa Catalina Monastery
- Local guide in English and/or Spanish
- Pick up at Hotel
Location
Monasterio de Santa Catalina
Santa Catalina 301,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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